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Mars II
Best extreme performance for dedicated gaming enthusiasts.
Experience unparalleled graphical performance with this high-end graphics card, engineered for demanding applications and immersive gaming. It delivers exceptional visual fidelity and smooth frame rates, making it ideal for content creators, designers, and serious gamers. Built with robust cooling technology, it ensures sustained performance during intensive tasks. This component is a powerful upgrade for any desktop system seeking top-tier graphics capabilities and a superior visual experience.
$1399.00
Owner Satisfaction
4.3
/ 5
Category Rank
1103
/ 2092
#1103 in Desktop GPU
Price vs Category Average
+2%
Above average
Chipset Manufacturer
NVIDIA
/ NVIDIA
Who it's for
- Enthusiast gamers seeking ultimate graphical power
- PC hardware collectors and vintage tech aficionados
- Power users desiring dual-GPU performance in one slot
Who should skip it
- Budget-conscious users or those with standard power supplies
- Builders with compact cases or standard motherboard setups
- Value-oriented buyers or those on a limited budget
Performance breakdown
Legacy Gaming Power
Delivers impressive frame rates for classic titles and older high-end games.
Thermal Management
Dual-fan cooling system keeps temperatures stable during heavy, sustained workloads.
Modern Feature Set
Lacks modern essentials like ray tracing and AI-driven upscaling technologies.
Build Robustness
Heavy-duty construction ensures long-term durability for demanding desktop environments.
Memory Bandwidth
Wide 384-bit interface handles complex textures and data-heavy tasks with ease.
System Compatibility
Requires significant power overhead and physical space for proper installation.
Key Specs
Chipset Manufacturer
NVIDIA
GPU Series
GeForce GTX
Video Memory
3 GB GDDR5
Interface Type
PCI Express 2.0 x16
Output Ports
DVI-I, HDMI, DisplayPort
Cooling Type
Active (Dual Fans)
Minimum Power Supply
750 W
Card Length
305 mm
Know before you buy
You will need a power supply unit with a minimum capacity of 750W. Additionally, ensure your power supply has both a 6-pin and an 8-pin connector available to power the card.
The Mars II measures 305mm in length and occupies two expansion slots. Before purchasing, verify that your PC case has enough clearance to accommodate a card of this size.
No, the Mars II does not support Ray Tracing or DLSS. It is designed for high-performance rendering and gaming using traditional graphical processing methods.
The card features a versatile selection of outputs, including DVI-I, HDMI, and DisplayPort, allowing for compatibility with a wide range of monitors.
Yes, the Mars II is VR-ready, providing the necessary graphical power to handle virtual reality environments and immersive applications.
The card utilizes an active cooling system equipped with dual fans. This setup is engineered to manage heat effectively during demanding gaming sessions or professional creative workloads.
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